There is nothing more rewarding than relaxing in a natural hot spring after a long cold day of exploring and driving during your Iceland route. The Iceland experience isn’t complete if you haven’t taken a dip into one of the many natural hot springs or geothermal pools around the country. Iceland is lucky to have unlimited access to hot and cold water and they make use of that very well. Read about the 6 must-visit hot springs in Iceland.
1. Hrunalaug – One of the hot springs in Iceland
The most picturesque and secret natural hot pool is Hrunalaug. With just 1,5-hour from Reykjavik, this tiny changing room is hidden in between the mountains behind a small village. The hot spring can host up to 15 people and usually isn’t crowded. On the weekends, some locals will have a beer here as well. There is a fee box, please leave the amount requested on the box. Hrunalaug belongs to the things you must do in Iceland.
2. Hofsos Infinity Pool
In the far northwest part of Iceland, there is a small town called Hofsos that hosts an infinity pool view over the fjords and Drangey island. It has a hot swimming pool, a hot tub, very clean showers, and lockers and all for just 900 ISK ($8).
Good to know: The camping is just a 3-minute walk from the pool!
3. Landbrotalaug
At the beginning of the peninsula Snaefellsnes, there is a small natural hot spring on the side of the main road. Use Google Maps to lead you here. Once you’ve arrived, walk all the way down the path to a small hole in the ground which fits 4 people. On the other side where the pump is located, is a larger pool.
4. Blue Lagoon – Famous hot spring in Iceland
By far the most famous geothermal pool in Iceland is the Blue Lagoon. This world-famous pool is beautiful and shouldn’t be skipped.
Blue Lagoon is the whole experience. The milky colored water, a facial mask, a drink, a towel. The water is actually white, the sun just makes it look blue. Crazy isn’t it?! You can order tickets online for Blue Lagoon online and it’s perfect to do one the start or end of your Iceland route.
Pro tip: Go as early or late as possible. It’s quiet and tickets will be cheaper.
5. Myvatn Nature Baths
Mývatn nature baths is a smaller version of the blue lagoon. This geothermal pool located in the north of Iceland, 6 hours from Reykjavik. The best thing about the pool is the view of the landscape that surrounds it. The price of Myvatn is around a third cheaper than Blue Lagoon. If you have to choose between the town, we still recommend the Blue Lagoon.
6. Seljavallalaug
A hidden gem between all the highlights of southern Iceland is Seljavallalaug. Also called the oldest swimming pool of Iceland. It is quite hidden from the main road and it takes a 15-minute hike down the valley to get here. It’s located in between Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. The pool is maintained through donations so please leave a small gift behind.
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Wow ! those places look so beautiful! How do you take your photos for exemple in the infinity pool in Hofsos? Do you bring your Sony in the water ? have a waterproof housing? use GoPro? Or you just make sure the camera does not get wet! love all your post!
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Hi Karine, we took those photos from the side of the pool. We used the GoPro for videos.